HOW TO CARE FOR YOUR FEET

Your feet carry you around all day long. In fact, they need to support up to twice your bodyweight while walking every day, so it's important to care for them. 75 percent of women develop a foot problem at some point in their life, and foot pain can radiate into back or joint pain. Give your feet the treatment they deserve and you'll feel the difference. During the summer months, chances are you'll want to show off your newest sandals. But how do your feet look? Make sure your feet are well-cared for, or exposure to the summer sun might further damage them. Follow these simple daily tips for beautiful, stunning feet.

Tip #1

3 steps for beautiful feet

SCRUB Use a foot scrub at least twice a week. Apply to dry feet before having a bath or a shower. Scrub it in gently with your hands for a few minutes, then rinse off. You can either use a body scrub or a specifically designed foot scrub.

MOISTURIZE Moisturise daily Podiatrists say the biggest problem with most feet is that they aren't hydrated enough. Use an intensive moisturiser after bathing and massage it in thoroughly. Use your thumbs to massage your arch in a circular motion. Then gently massage the top of your feet. Spend five to ten minutes on each foot.

Tip #5

How to have shiny, healthy, strong nails

DO increase blood flow in your nails by rubbing them together after you've oiled them.

DON'T use harsh, chemical nail-polish removers.

DO massage organic oil into your nails every night, like almond or neem oil.

DON'T forget your dose of protein: just like hair and skin, your nails are nourished by protein. So eat lots of meat, fish, legumes or tofu. If you're a vegetarian, make sure you're getting enough iron, and consider taking a daily iron supplement.

DO eats lots of foods rich in healthy oils such as salmon and mackerel, or nuts and seeds. Ground flaxseed is particularly good for your nails.